LONDON, July 10, 2025 (WAFA) – French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday called for a joint recognition of the State of Palestine by France and the United Kingdom, describing it as "the only path that leads to a prospect of peace."

Speaking at a joint press conference with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London, Macron emphasized the urgency of advancing a two-state solution.

“I believe in the future of the two-state solution and in the need to unify our voices in Paris, London, and beyond to recognize the State of Palestine and launch this political dynamic that alone can lead to a horizon of peace,” Macron stated, according to Euronews.

For his part, Prime Minister Starmer reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to achieving a just political settlement to the Palestinian issue. He stressed the importance of international support for the Palestinian people and the need for comprehensive peace and stability in the region.

The statements came at the conclusion of Macron’s three-day state visit to the United Kingdom, which included a bilateral summit focused on strategic issues such as Franco-British relations, European security, military cooperation, and key regional and international developments.

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